Your commute on the Parkway East just got easier

So listen, if you've been stuck in that awful Parkway East traffic, especially heading inbound whenever you're coming from Monroeville or way out past Wilkinsburg, you know the pain. That Commercial Street Bridge project has been a real thorn in our side, causing backups that stretch back further than a pierogi line at a church festival. Well, good news, yinz – they finally opened it back up Monday night!

This ain't just some small fix, neither. The Commercial Street Bridge connects Forest Hills and Swissvale, and it's a major artery for anyone heading dahntahn for work, or to catch a Pirates game at PNC Park, or even just to hit the Strip District on a Saturday. For months, traffic on the Parkway East was all messed up because of the lane restrictions and detours. It’s a huge relief to have that whole section flowing like it should again.

* **Less Traffic Headaches:** Expect smoother commutes, especially during rush hour.

* **Easier Access:** Getting to the city's East End neighborhoods, like Squirrel Hill or Shadyside, will be much quicker.

* **Back to Normal:** The whole area feels like it's taking a deep breath and getting back to its usual pace.

We put up with a lot for our roads here, but whenever they finally get a big project done, it's like a weight is lifted. That's the Burgh, yinz — steel town heart, no matter what.

You need to hear what Mikey and the crew are saying about this on the show — get the scoop live at mornings.live.